Scientists Create Groundbreaking Roadmap for Bipolar Disorder
The bipolar brain is one of mystery. It puzzles doctors and evades explanation. But more progress is around the corner. A new study could mean good things for drug development.
Over-The-Counter Vitamins To Treat Bipolar Addiction?
Wouldn’t it be great if we could all scrap our medications and take vitamins instead? It’s a pipe dream. Or is it?
Adult Coloring Books Are Totally Therapeutic!
I get the greatest kick out of coloring. Yes, coloring. I have a set of 24 colored pencils. I have magic markers, metallic pens, and, yes, a box of Crayola lies atop my home office desk. No, I am not in a kindergarten class. I am a 37-year-old creative guy.
SoberHeroes: David Gahan of Depeche Mode
The longtime frontman for Depeche Mode, one of the world’s most popular and influential electronic groups was hooked on heroin. He somehow managed to not only clean up but come back more vital than before.
Mentally Ill Should Be Exempt From Capital Punishment
Six states have proposed legislation that would outlaw capital punishment for people with severe mental illness.
Newcomer Folkie Stephanie Rainey Empathizes With Mentally Ill
Her voice is potent and with purpose. And there’s a mighty message to her music, the kind of viewpoint that is rare these days. Recently signed to Warner Records — the label that put Ed Sheeran on the map — newcomer Irish singer-songwriter Stephanie Rainey has a powerful idea to share in her new…
Aimee Mann’s Descent Into ‘Mental Illness’
Aimee Mann is a modern-day folk heroine who has cranked out nine studio albums, including her brand-new release, Mental Illness. She’s pulled a black dog out of her hat with a deluge of melancholy gems that give subtle nods to mental health.
What Is Your Passion? World Bipolar Day 2017
Today is World Bipolar Day. Sixty million people worldwide live with bipolar disorder, and each and every one of them is unique and passionate. In fact, passion is the theme of the day this year. The official hashtag for today is #MyBipolarFuelsMyPassion4 _____. Let’s get it trending on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram!
Are You Better Off Today Than You Were Five Years Ago?
Jingled. Antifogmatic. Crapulous. Nippitaty. Clearly I went through the thesaurus looking for synonyms for “drunk.” Back in 2012, that’s not only how I was, it was who I was. Five years ago, I was stuck in a whirlwind of alcoholic madness. On my last night of drinking, I went to a Super Bowl party of…
Graphic Novel Review: Who Killed Kurt Cobain?
This edgy, illustrated black-and-white and occasionally red graphic novel plays out in vignettes from Cobain’s life both before he became famous and after. A must-read for any Nirvana fan.
